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Flavorful Patriotic Deviled Eggs Recipe with Smoky Paprika Stars

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A festive and easy deviled eggs recipe featuring a creamy filling with a subtle smoky paprika garnish shaped like stars, perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1–2 teaspoons smoky paprika for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Optional: a few drops hot sauce
  • Optional: star-shaped cookie cutter

Instructions

  1. Place the 12 large eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water by about an inch (2.5 cm). Bring water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, cover the pan and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes to gently cook the eggs.
  3. Drain the hot water and transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water. Let chill for 5-10 minutes to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
  4. Tap each egg gently on the counter, roll lightly to crack the shell, and peel under running water if needed.
  5. Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop the yolks into a mixing bowl and mash with a fork until crumbly.
  6. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the yolks. Stir until smooth and creamy. Add hot sauce if desired.
  7. Fill each egg white half with the yolk mixture using a spoon or piping bag fitted with a star tip.
  8. Lightly dust parchment paper with smoky paprika. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to press stars into the paprika and place each star on top of the deviled eggs. Alternatively, sprinkle paprika in star shapes directly on the eggs.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh chives over the eggs for garnish.
  10. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and paprika settle.

Notes

Bring eggs to room temperature before boiling to reduce cracking. Use fresh smoky paprika for best flavor. Vinegar brightens the filling. Prepare filling ahead but assemble just before serving. If filling is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or more mayonnaise to loosen. Fresh eggs are harder to peel; buy eggs a week in advance for easier peeling.

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Keywords: deviled eggs, smoky paprika, patriotic recipe, summer appetizer, party food, easy deviled eggs, festive snack

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